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Rochdale's fabulous Grade-I Victorian Gothic town hall is renowned worldwide for its unique and detailed architecture. The building was opened on 27th September 1871 by George Leach Ashworth, then Mayor of Rochdale at a cost of around £150,000. Full tours take place on the first Monday of each month at 2.15pm and last about 2 hours. Short tours take place every Wednesday at 2.15pm and lasts 1 hour.

We booked the two hour tour which was like a fascinating history lessson. Not suitable for children, but there is a shorter tour available. The Clocktower restaurant offered a two course very good lunch for £10.90 which we recommend. I understand they also do afternoon tea which must be booked.

Went to the Clock Tower Restaurant in the impressive Town Hall. Seating was very comfortable staff smartly turned out. The cutlery was well cleaned and sparkling i always carry a microscope to inspect these things you can't be too sure. The food came in good time i always carry a stop watch for such things. All food was edible and...
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Very impressive. Visited here because they were hosting the 2nd Rochdale beer festival. So glad I went because the venue was magnificent and if they hols a beer fest next year I will gladly spend 3 hours on the bus to get there.

From the outside, the Town Hall appears, as a rather gaunt, gothic, Victorian edifice, blackened by soot from the industrial era. However, once the architectural features had been explained by Robert, our guide, suddenly I was much able to appreciate the building. There are fantastic stained glass windows, whose purpose is beyond decorative. The tour included an organ recital, in...
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Beautiful restaurant in a wonderful building.visited for lunch (they also do afternoon teas). Great staff and efficient service.good variety of food for light lunch including a couple of specials. Food fresh and tasty.Very busy so advise booking.Will be a regular lunchtime haunt.

Fantastic surroundings from a bygone age. Although walls and floors are well preserved some of the ceilings are in need careful cleaning to restore their original glory. Ideally a Lottery Grant will come to the rescue.

Went with friends to Rochdale town hall for the gin festival.
We were not disappointed. Fabulous gins to sample lovely friendly people both serving and visiting. Music and food brilliant too.
Free glass at the end what could be better.
We will be back for the next......
Only one tip.......more chairs needed in main room, we sat in bar area...
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